Event Brief
Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least 8, Zelensky warns
Filed: Jul 02, 2026 at 1:03 AM ET
Summary: Russian missile and drone strikes hit Kyiv, killing at least eight and injuring over three dozen after Zelensky warned of a massive attack.
WHO: Russian forces
WHAT: Missile and drone strikes hit Kyiv, causing fires and casualties.
WHEN: Jul 01, 2026 at 5:41 PM ET
WHERE: Kyiv, Ukraine
WHY: Zelensky warned that Russia was preparing a massive attack, which was followed by the strikes.
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